Tutoring Marketplace
Founded and led an innovative EdTech startup that connected professional tutors with learners across Lagos State, Nigeria.
Students in Lagos struggled to find qualified tutors, while professional educators lacked a platform to reach students efficiently. The traditional tutoring market was fragmented and inefficient.
Built a comprehensive marketplace platform that connected tutors with students, featuring profile verification, scheduling tools, payment processing, and quality assurance systems.
Key Features
Tutor verification and background checks
Smart matching algorithm based on subject and location
Integrated scheduling and calendar system
Secure payment processing
Rating and review system
Progress tracking for students
Results & Impact
Connected 200+ verified tutors with 1,000+ students
Achieved 92% tutor-student match satisfaction rate
Generated ₦5M+ in tutor earnings
Established partnerships with 15 schools in Lagos
Technologies Used
Key Lessons Learned
Marketplace businesses require equal focus on both supply (tutors) and demand (students) sides
Quality control is essential - rigorous tutor verification built trust and differentiated us
Local partnerships with schools provided credibility and steady user acquisition